Since opening in 1924, the Shriners Hospital for Children-Portland, has depended on volunteers to help carry out our mission of providing the very best pediatric orthopaedic care available.
Volunteers are a big part of what makes this such a special place. Volunteers are needed in different areas of the hospital, so we�re sure to find a place for you that utilizes your talents and abilities, and allows you to make a difference in the lives of children.
If you think you might be interested in becoming a Shriners Hospital volunteer, read on and see what our program is all about.
The Application Process
- Volunteer applications are available online; at the reception desk in the hospital lobby and the community affairs office; by calling (503) 221-3426 or by e-mail to cpaggetti@shrinenet.org
- Volunteers must be 18 years of age and older.
- All applicants must provide names and addresses of two references.
- The volunteer/events coordinator reviews all applications to match skills and availability with hospital needs.
- Applicants are called for an interview when a potential match is found. Applications are kept on file for six months.
- All hospital volunteers must attend an orientation session.
- The application process takes 2-4 weeks.
Health Requirements
- All hospital volunteers are screened for tuberculosis and asked to complete a health information questionnaire.
- Volunteers must provide a vaccination record to show that they have been immunized against measles, rubella and chicken pox.
- All hospital volunteers must undergo a drug test and background check.
Volunteer Placements
The volunteer/events coordinator makes every effort to assign individuals to specified areas of interest. The many volunteer opportunities include:
Direct patient contact
- Child Life: craft activities, reading, playing, and coordinating community visits such as a pet therapy dog or a movie night
- Hospitality Desk: greet visitors and begin the registration process
- Driver: provide transportation to and from the airport and train station as well as other errands as time permits
Little or no patient contact
- Clerical: clerical support to various departments
- Special Events: assist at large fundraising events or staff a table at a community fair
- Manual Labor: inventory and stock materials
- Tour Guide: provide tours for guests
- Sewing: sew various items for patients (quilts, welcome bags, surgical dolls)
Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteering at Shriners Hospitals for Children in Portland can offer you:
- A sense of accomplishment in that your work contributes to the mission of the hospital and that you are helping our patients and their families
- A feeling of belonging
- A community of active and engaged volunteers
- A chance to be a part of a legacy of helping children
To formally thank volunteers for their contributions, Shriners Hospitals for Children - Portland provides the following:
- Volunteer recognition reception
- Annual volunteer holiday brunch
- Participation in employee events
- Comprehensive recognition program
- Complimentary lunch in the hospitals cafeteria on volunteer days
- Free parking in Shriners Hospital garage
- Quarterly volunteer newsletter
- Free annual TB test
- Opportunities to participate in educational forums
If you have any questions about volunteering at Shriners Hospitals for Children � Portland, please call Christina Paggetti in the community affairs department at (503) 221-3426.
|
|
|
